Everything Band Podcast

Matt Koperniak of Riverwatch Middle School in Georgia joins the show to talk about his school's upcoming performance at the 2017 Midwest Clinic. He also shares his thoughts about music education and tips for other teachers in this very informative episode. Topics: The story of Riverwatch being accepted to the Midwest Clinic from the application process to breaking the news to the kids and selecting music. The pieces that were commissioned for the Midwest Clinic, the value of having commissioned works for the students, and the process of learning new a new work. Small things that create a sense of community and the importance of each individual to the greater good. The importance of professional development and thoughts for convincing administrators of the value of conferences and conventions. Links: Riverwatch Middle School Band  William Schuman: Chester (Overture for Band) AMusEd Podcast Midwest Clinic Biography: Matt Koperniak is Director of Bands at Riverwatch Middle School in Suwanee, Georgia. Under h